BBQ Chicken Thighs (Grilled or Grilled)

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This is baked in the oven, crispy and delicious BBQ Chicken Legs Recipe that will please anyone at the dinner table!Here’s a sweet take on my popular recipe Roast Chicken Legs and Roast Chicken Legstake it up a notch with your favorite barbecue sauce. Grilled Chicken Thighs are perfect for any occasion—grilling in the summer, baking in the cold. They are popular any time of year!

Ingredients and Substitutes

This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for grilling chicken thighs in the oven or grill, the role each ingredient plays in the recipe, and substitution options.For measurements, see recipe card below.

• chicken – I use drumsticks for this BBQ drumstick recipe, but chicken thigh quarters or whole chicken wings will also work, or you can Roast Chicken Legs, also. I recommend bone-in, skin-on meat for juicy, flavorful results, but you could technically use the same method with boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs.
• olive oil – Adds flavor and helps seasonings stick. Avocado oil works too.
• sea ​​salt and black pepper – I keep it simple with just salt and pepper, since the BBQ sauce provides plenty of flavor. However, you can add other spices to the chicken first, such as paprika or garlic powder, if you wish.
• barbecue sauce – pick your favorite, because this is the star of the dish!I use my homemade Sugar Free BBQ Sauce (made with ketchup, apple cider vinegar, bestie powder, Worcestershire sauce, smoked liquid, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, paprika and cayenne pepper). However, you can use any type you like.

How to Make BBQ Chicken Thighs

This section shows how to make BBQ chicken thighs in the oven or on the grill, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique to help you get a feel for it.For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see recipe card below.

Prepare:

Whether you’re grilling or grilling BBQ chicken thighs, the simple preparation is the same:

1. dry. Blot chicken dry with paper towels. (This helps the seasoning stick and makes the skin crispier.)
2. season. Brush olive oil on all sides of chicken. Season all sides with salt and pepper.

To grill chicken thighs in the oven:

Honestly, I cook grilled BBQ chicken most often because it’s so hands-off! Use this method when the temperature is not too hot to turn on the oven:

1. bake. Preheat oven. Place the chicken thighs on the skillet. Bake until almost done.
2. brush. Remove the chicken from the oven and brush the chicken with BBQ sauce.
3. Finish. Continue cooking Roasted BBQ Chicken Thighs until done. Bake them for a few minutes if you want them to be more caramelized.

BBQ Chicken Thighs on the Grill:

In the hot summer, you can never go wrong with a BBQ chicken! This approach is less convenient, but still simple:

1. chef. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Place the seasoned chicken thighs on the grill, meat side down, and cover over direct heat.
2. flip. Turn the drumsticks and cook the other side.
3. brush. Close one side of the grill. Remove chicken legs from lighted burner over indirect heat. Brush BBQ sauce over chicken, cover, and cook.
4. flip. Turn legs and smear with more BBQ sauce. Roast until caramelized and cooked through.

Tip: For juicy results, cook the internal temperature to 170°F.

If you cook darker meats, such as chicken thighs or thighs, to 170°F (instead of the safe 165°F), the results will be more tender. If you are making this recipe with chicken breasts, choose 165°F. Check with a meat thermometer (i like this oneread quickly to avoid overcooking).

check my Roast Chicken Legs Also post more grilling tips!

storage instructions

• shop: Cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container or wrap tightly with a double layer of aluminum foil. Refrigerate for 3-4 days.
• Reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes, or in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. You can also reheat grilled chicken thighs on the grill over indirect heat.
• freeze: Place in an airtight container or zip lock freezer bag. Stores in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.

What to Serve with BBQ Chicken Thighs

There are so many side dishes that can be made with this meal! Here are some of my favourites:

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BBQ Chicken Thighs (Grilled or Grilled)

These easy grilled or broiled BBQ chicken thighs (drumsticks) only require 3 ingredients! They are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.

Prepare: 10 minute

chef: 30 minute

all: 40 minute

Serving Size: 12 (Adjust according to recipe ratio)

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season:

1. Blot chicken dry with paper towels.

2. Brush olive oil on all sides of chicken. Season all sides with salt and pepper.

To grill chicken thighs in the oven:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C).

2. Put the prepared chicken legs on the chopping board bakeware, the meatier side down.bake 25 minutes.

3. Remove the chicken thighs from the oven and brush them with BBQ sauce. Flip and brush the other side with BBQ sauce.

4. bake another 10-20 minutesuntil the internal temperature reaches 170°F (77°C). Bake them for a few minutes if you want them to be more caramelized.

BBQ Chicken Thighs on the Grill:

1. warm up to grill to 450°F (232°C) (medium-high to high, depending on your grill) at least 10-15 minutes.

2. Place the seasoned chicken thighs on the grill, meat side down, and cook 10 minutes Close the lid. (Adjust burner as needed to maintain temperature at 450°F (232°C).)

3. Flip the drumstick and cook the other drumstick 10 minutes Close the lid.

4. Turn off the burners on one side of the grill and remove the chicken legs from the lit burners.Brush BBQ sauce over chicken, cover and cook 5 minutes. (The temperature inside the grill should be 350°F (177°C), adjust the burners that are on if necessary.)

5. Flip the chicken over, brush with the sauce, and cook another 5 minutes Close the lid. (For the juiciest grilled chicken legs, use meat thermometer Make sure the internal temperature reaches 170°F (77°C). )

Serve:

1. If desired, smear the sides of the BBQ chicken thighs with more BBQ sauce, or brush the tops with more BBQ sauce just before serving.

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recipe notes

Serving Size: 1 chicken drumstick

nutrient content

Amount per serving. Serving sizes in recipe instructions above.

calories 174

fat 11.6 grams

protein 14 grams

total carbohydrates 3.1 grams

net carbs 2.4 grams

fiber 0.7 grams

sugar 2 grams

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